The Diocesan Office of Faith Formation, through the Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting, oversees all aspects of Catholic Scouting for both girls and boys across Southeast Iowa. Our primary function is to facilitate preparation for Catholic Religious Emblem/Medal programs. We serve as a resource to leaders needing materials or guidance in preparing youth, and also serve as the source for emblems and pins once a scout has completed requirements. We are eager to provide other spiritual opportunities for scouts, given the interest and collaboration of their leaders.

Canceled - Bishop's Mass for Scouting

This is an annual celebration. All Scouts – Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Venture Crew, American Heritage Girls – leaders, families and friends of Scouting are welcome to attend. A brief reception will follow in the Parish Center.

Catholic Scouting Emblem Programs

Note to Leaders All leaders working with scouts on religious emblem programs must be compliant with diocesan safe environment policy, which includes the completion of a criminal background check and VIRTUS training. If you are not compliant, please contact your local pastor or parish faith formation leader for information.

Preparation Programs, Retreats and Camping Experiences for Catholic Scouts. There is a great value in bringing scouts from deaneries (regions) or around the diocese together, whether to prepare for emblems or simply to pray out in nature in a retreat or campout. Contact Don Boucher if you are interested in coordinating this type of experience and for additional information.

Girl Scouts and Faith

The National Catholic Committee for Girl Scouts USA and Camp Fire USA (NCCGSCF) serves Catholic youth and adults through quality faith-based programs. The following links will provide background and context on the relationship between Girl Scouts and Catholic faith formation.